Broke Fordwich

Nestled in the foothills of the Broken Back Range is the intimate community of Broke Fordwich. There are high quality boutique wineries and olive growers and a range of quality accommodation, restaurants and cellar doors in this corner of the Hunter Valley.

Situated in a wide section of the valley, the surrounding hills frame some of the best scenery in the area with the striking Brokenback Mountain Range and iconic Yellow Rock providing an impressive backdrop. The natural beauty of the region coupled with the great food, relaxed accommodation, skill and dedication of the locals has seen many couples choose Broke as the ideal place for their Hunter Valley wedding.

There’s also FREE CAMPING at McNamara Park right in the centre of the village. A large grassy campground with shady spots adjacent to the Wollombi River, surrounded by bush, and has basic facilities including picnic tables, rubbish bins and toilets. For more information phone Singleton Visitor Information Centre on 02 6571 5888.

With amazing views of the valley as the backdrop for your ceremony, and accommodation for 25 people, Adams Peak Country Estate & The Barn is the perfect location for a destination wedding in the Hunter Valley.

The Great North Road is a 240 km convict built masterpiece constructed between 1826 an 1836 to provide an overland route from Sydney to Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. It was — and remains — an extraordinary feat of engineering as it traverses sandstone gorges, razorback ridges and towering passes. Much of the original convict built road remains in use today although a lot of the original surf...

You will find Greenway Wines Cellar Door – just around the corner – 3.5kms south of Broke, within an ‘old world’ Red Barn. A charming wine tasting experience set against the dramatic backdrop of Wollombi Brook and the Brokenback Ranges.

Hunter Valley Way is one of the newest self drive tours on the eastern seaboard of NSW. Starting at the M1 at Freeman’s Water Hole in Lake Macquarie and finishing at the end of the Hunter Valley in Merriwa on the Golden Highway.

Starline Alpaca Farmstay Resort is nestled in picturesque Broke, the tranquil side of the Hunter Valley. Our comfortable self-catering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom cottages and suites are spread over our 100 acre working Alpaca farm. All 16 cottages offer rural views and are fully equipped with everything you will need for your stay.

A visit to Whispering Brook provides an experience that goes beyond wine. The estate is renowned for its welcoming ambience, relaxed Australian architecture, intimate cellar door with artisan wine and olives, boutique winery and natural beauty. The panoramic mountain views, estate vineyards and olive groves, casual dining and large guesthouse provide for a memorable experience.